Eye to Eye
a NATAN partner organization
DEDICATED TO ADVANCING THE TRAINING OF PEOPLE IN ETHIOPIA WORKING IN THE FIELD OF AUTISM
Our Mission
The objective of Eye to Eye is to advance the training of people in Ethiopia working in the field of autism. Fulfilling this objective serves the broader goal of providing more comprehensive treatment to greater numbers of children and adults with autism. This, in turn, will improve the quality of life in Ethiopia for people with autism and their families.
What We Do
Short-range and long-range planned activities
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1. Training Programs
Five-day training programs for the staff members of the autism centers in Ethiopia. Training is provided by Israeli professionals with expertise in developing tailored programs for local staff and parents, and for community members with the objective of raising awareness and knowledge about autism.
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2. Training and Education
Long-term training and education given by employing a team of Israeli professionals from related disciplines who spend approximately 3 consecutive months at the autism centers in Ethiopia. During the extended stay they further educate, train and supervise local staff. They are part of a long-term Israeli professional support team who serve as ongoing consultants and advisors to the practitioners in Ethiopia.
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3. Practice and Classroom
Experience in Israel, including both practice and classroom for one month, under the guidance of leading Israeli professionals for a representative group of staff from the autism centers in Ethiopia.
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4. Specialization
Adapting the training programs for practical application by families and communities in Ethiopia.
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5. Execution
Developing the founding of the first professional autism training center in Ethiopia.
CONTACT
email: eye2eye@natanrelief.org
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